Kensington Park Gardens W11

On one of Notting Hill’s most sought-after garden squares, this two-bedroom apartment is as elegant as its setting.

Found on the second floor of a Grade II listed townhouse, this apartment has been sensitively reimagined, with period features restored to their original finish. Refreshed with neutral tones and wooden flooring, interiors are refined and pared-back throughout. Two sash windows brighten the south-facing reception room and kitchen. A well-proportioned, versatile space, 3.16-metre-high ceilings add to the feeling of openness. An original mantlepiece updated with an electric stove subtly divides the living and dining areas. All lights are dimmable throughout, enabling you to switch to more ambient lighting as the mood requires. Along one wall, kitchen cabinetry is elevated with matte black hardware and complemented by a quartz worktop and integrated Miele appliances.

Overlooking the communal gardens below, the principal bedroom is awash with natural light, creating a calming atmosphere. Fitted wardrobes and integrated storage maximise the floorspace available, while another electric stove keeps the room cosy in the winter months. Next door, the bathroom is sleek and streamlined, with a walk-in shower, geometric stone-coloured tiles and black hardware.

The second bedroom is a flexible space, featuring a pull-out murphy bed for visiting guests that can be conveniently stored when not in use. Alternatively, it could double up as an ideal study, served by its own cloakroom (there’s also a washing machine and dryer located off this bedroom). Storage space is in plentiful supply here – note the private cupboard in the stairwell and the additional shared storage in the basement of the building. Outside, the home comes with access to a leafy communal garden, complete with lawns, mature trees and walkways.